10 Reasons to Vacation in Ucluelet, BC
1 The F-i-s-h-i-n-g
Salmon fishing, halibut fishing, and fishing for a variety of other tasty fish is amazing here.
2 The Environment
Breathtaking scenery all around us. Local beaches, viewpoints, the harbor,the boat basin, the waterfront is all easily accessible and free to enjoy.
3 Ukee Days
“C’mon down to Ukee Days, Fun For the Whole Family!” Our town crier traditionally bullhorns the peninsula each and every morning of Ukee Days annual logging sports day and village fair.
4 Whale Watching
Whale watching season in Ucluelet starts with the Pacific Rim Whale Festival in March and continues on into November
5 The Food
A wide specrum of dining is represented in Ucluelet from an outdoor casual lunch at Jigger’s fish and Chips truck to Chefs’ finest haute cuisine at the recently opened Black Rock Resort.
6 Wildlife Viewing
Many visitors see bear, eagles, deer on the way to Ucluelet. Once you’re here, an abundance of sealife is nearby to observe.
7 Kayaking
Ucluelet makes an iseal kayaking destination. with direct access to Barkley Sound, the Broken Group Islands. A Number of local companies offer guided excursions and kayak rentals.
8 Amphratite Point Lighthouse
It marks the end of the Peninsula and it’s a very popular spot for visitors. amphitritelighthouse.com. The Lighthouse Loop features increadible views east into Barkley Sound. On a clear day you can see the mountain tops of the Olympic mountain range in Washington State.
9 The Wild Pacific Trail
10 km of coastal walking trail in an amazing rain forest scattered with little beaches… and the parking is free. Wild Pacific Trail.
10 The Culture
Ucluelet is an authentic fishing village. It is steeped in early explorer, fishing , logging, mining and native history. Tourism has brought out the best in art galleries, boutiques, restaurants and a contemporary west coast culture all of it own.
Pacific Rim Arts Society Image West Gallery, Cedar House Gallery, Mark Penney Gallery, Rubio, there’s great local shopping too.
